Trail Running calendar near Dumfries 2025-2026

Take on the classic Blencathra Marathon, a rugged 26.4 mile fell marathon that climbs five Wainwright summits including Blencathra. Fully GPS tracked with checkpoints, hot drinks at the finish and a finishers medal, this scenic but demandin..

Run or walk a fully way marked 47 mile 75K lap around Lake Windermere in 24 hours across scenic trails, tracks and fell paths. Clockwise and anticlockwise editions offer five stocked aid stations and a local finishers meal and medal.

The River Ayr Way is a scenic 44 mile trail from Glenbuck Loch to the sea at Ayr, winding through river valleys rich in wildlife. Each September runners tackle the 40 mile River Ayr Way Challenge ultramarathon.

Test your endurance on the iconic Yorkshire Three Peaks with 70 km or an optional 100 km route from Hawes. Expect rugged limestone trails, superb views and full race support for a classic northern fell ultra.

Take on a scenic 50 km fell race over Pen y Ghent from Hawes, with Ranger support and hot soup at aid stations. Limited to 50 entries, this intimate ultra serves pasta and hot drinks at the finish and awards an eco coaster medal.

The The Enchanted Ultra 50K will take place in Wooler on Saturday 19 September 2026. You can run 50 kilometers.

Run the Lake District on trails and fells, from a scenic 22 km to the epic 184 km 13 Valleys ultra, all way marked and supported. ITRA registered with Western States qualifying races and part of fees support the Lake District Foundation.

The Orton Fell Race will take place in Orton on Saturday 26 September 2026. You can run 10 kilometers.

Experience the Wild Deer Scottish Trail Runs at Dalkeith Country Park on 27 September 2026, with scenic woodland trails and open estate terrain. Distances from 5 km to a 32.5 mile ultra welcome all abilities and are canicross friendly.

Take on the rugged Pennine Way and coastal trails at the CBTE Charm Bracelet 100 and 50 in Dufton, 2 to 4 October 2026. Choose the epic 100 mile route or the tough 50 mile option with checkpoint support, GPS tracking and a finishers pie and..

Challenge yourself in the Hodgson Brothers Mountain Relay, an eight person fell running relay across the Lake District fells. Teams tackle rugged climbs, steep descents and navigation on demanding terrain in an early October classic.

Run 57 miles from Glasgow to Edinburgh along scenic canal towpaths, passing landmarks like the Antonine Wall. With 750 places and a 16 hour cut off, this point to point ultra rewards perseverance with tiered medals.

Join the William Wallace Running Festival on 10 Oct 2026 in Stirling for scenic routes past the Wallace Monument and other historic sights. Choices span a 1 mile fun run to 70 km with solo or relay teams and a lively finish at Stirling.

Challenging fell race at Wasdale Head that climbs to the summit of Kirk Fell with steep ascent and descent to test your legs. A BOFRA counter with separate junior and senior routes and compulsory waterproof kit for older runners.

Run a scenic half marathon along Hadrian's Wall from Housesteads Roman Fort to Tyne Green in Hexham, with trail and riverside views. Enjoy chip timing, a medal and event T shirt plus shuttle options to the start.

New for 2027, MTC GLAISTIG is a single day 31.3 mile ultra across scenic Scottish terrain as Day 2 of the Mount to Coast end to end challenge. With a limited field and bespoke medal this promises a tough, unforgettable trail experience.

Take on the MTC Nuckelavee, a 40 mile day from Edinburgh Airport to Perth on 31 May 2027 as part of the Mount to Coast SCOTIA series. Limited to 40 starters, enjoy scenic terrain and a bespoke finisher medal.

Take on the inaugural 13 day MTC ALBION, a 503 mile end to end ultra from Gretna Green to Lands End with dramatic landscapes and just 20 places. Daily cut offs and GPS tracking ensure safety while finishers collect daily and overall medals.

MTC Boggart is a bold single day 38 mile ultra from Gretna Green to Penrith, opening the MTC ALBION end to end challenge. With just 40 spots and rugged scenery this first edition promises a memorable run and a proud finisher medal.

Tackle the inaugural MTC Black Anise, a single day ultra of about 38 miles from Lancaster to Wigan as Day 3 of the ALBION end to end challenge. Limited to 40 spots with real time tracking and SOS support for a bold running challenge.